die Bindung
bond
A close emotional or social relationship between people.
EXAMPLE
Die frühe Bindung zwischen Mutter und Kind ist sehr wichtig für die Entwicklung.
The early bond between mother and child is very important for development.
die Bindung
bond / binding
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Meanings
die Bindung
binding obligation
An obligation or commitment that restricts freedom.
EXAMPLE
Mit dem neuen Vertrag geht er eine langfristige Bindung an das Unternehmen ein.
With the new contract, he enters into a long-term binding obligation to the company.
die Bindung
bond
In chemistry, the force that holds atoms together in a molecule or crystal.
EXAMPLE
Die kovalente Bindung ist eine der stärksten chemischen Bindungen.
The covalent bond is one of the strongest chemical bonds.
die Bindung
binding
The device that firmly connects the ski boot to the ski.
EXAMPLE
Vor der Abfahrt musst du prüfen, ob die Bindung richtig eingestellt ist.
Before the descent, you have to check whether the binding is adjusted correctly.
die Bindung
binding
The way in which the pages of a book are joined together and provided with a cover.
EXAMPLE
Das alte Buch hatte eine wunderschöne lederne Bindung.
The old book had a beautiful leather binding.
Usage tips
Word structure
'Die Bindung' (bond/binding) is derived from the verb 'binden' (to bind). The ending '-ung' forms a noun that describes the result of binding. This idea of connection appears in all meanings, from emotional relationships to chemical forces.
EXAMPLE
Ein Seil dient zum Binden von Gegenständen.
A rope is used for tying objects.
Context clue
The exact meaning of 'Bindung' becomes clear from context. If it is about people, an emotional relationship is meant. With contracts, it is about an obligation. Words like 'Ski' (ski), 'Buch' (book), or 'Atom' (atom) point to the respective technical meaning.
EXAMPLE
Die chemische Bindung im Wassermolekül ist sehr stabil.
The chemical bond in the water molecule is very stable.
Preposition 'zu'
When an emotional relationship to a person or group is described, the preposition 'zu' is used with the dative. The pattern is: eine Bindung zu jemandem haben/aufbauen (to have/build a bond with someone).
EXAMPLE
Er hat eine sehr enge Bindung zu seinen Großeltern.
He has a very close bond with his grandparents.
Typical adjectives
An emotional bond is often described with the adjectives 'eng' (close), 'stark' (strong), 'fest' (firm), or 'tief' (deep).
EXAMPLE
Trotz der Entfernung hatten die Geschwister eine starke Bindung.
Despite the distance, the siblings had a strong bond.
Preposition 'an'
For an obligation toward a company, a contract, or an idea, the preposition 'an' is used with the accusative. The pattern is: die Bindung an etwas (the binding commitment to something).
EXAMPLE
Die lange Vertragsdauer sorgt für eine starke Bindung an den Anbieter.
The long contract term creates a strong binding obligation to the provider.
Typical expression
In connection with obligations, the expression 'eine Bindung eingehen' (to enter into a binding obligation) is very common. It means that you consciously decide to take on an obligation.
EXAMPLE
Bevor Sie eine vertragliche Bindung eingehen, sollten Sie alles genau lesen.
Before you enter into a contractual obligation, you should read everything carefully.
Register: technical language
In the context of winter sports, 'die Bindung' (the binding) is a technical term for the mechanism that connects the ski boot to the ski.
EXAMPLE
Die Bindung hat sich bei dem Sturz automatisch geöffnet.
The binding opened automatically during the fall.
Compare with
Bindung vs Band
ribbon / band
Band and Bindung can both refer to a close emotional relationship. Band presents the connection between people in a more figurative way. Bindung places greater emphasis on lasting emotional attachment. Band is suitable for the feeling that connects people, while Bindung is more appropriate for the stable state of closeness.
Bindung
Die Tochter hat eine enge und dauerhafte Bindung zu ihrer Mutter.
The daughter has a close and lasting bond with her mother.
Band
Zwischen der Mutter und ihrer Tochter besteht ein starkes Band.
There is a strong bond between the mother and her daughter.
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